As you might be aware our founder Nancy was recently awarded an honorary doctorate for the amazing work undertaken by The Nasio Trust.
We thought now would be a great time to share a talk she did at an Inspirational Change event run by Community Change Agents.
Sit back and listen to this amazing retelling of the Nasio Story.
This story is listed in: 15 Years Of Nasio, About Nasio, Achievements, Video Diaries
"The Nasio Trust has helped me possess what I never had. I pray to God that he may bless our sponsors abundantly for their good heart. I thank The Nasio Trust for their great determination."Douglas Osore (supported by Nasio)
As many of our supporters may know, we regularly welcome interns from Oxford University to come and work with us for a period at The Nasio Trust.
Over the years – these groups of interns have been responsible for some incredible ideas that have repeatedly helped us take the charity to the next level in the ongoing fight to break the cycle of poverty.
Let’s look back over the previous period and take a moment to celebrate the things you have helped us to achieve.
We've also produced a simple infographic illustrating some of the highlights!
Jiggers are initially thought to come from Central and South America, the jigger parasite found its way to Africa, likely through human migration. Once it burrows into the skin – most commonly in the feet – it causes severe inflammation, ulceration, and unbearable itching.
Left untreated, the infection can escalate to tetanus, gangrene, or even the loss of limbs.
